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Full day · 07:00 – 15:00

Birdwatching

Follow the flight of the páramo’s birdlife

Discover the magic of birdwatching in the Sumapaz páramo and spot unique species like the Barbudito Hummingbird and the Black-and-chestnut Eagle with our local guides.

The Hummingbird's Nest

FOLLOW THE FLIGHT OF THE PARAMO'S BIRDLIFE

The Hummingbird's Nest

A full-day tour in the Sumapaz páramo to observe emblematic species such as the vibrant Barbudito Hummingbird and the majestic Black-and-chestnut Eagle.

  • 07:00 – 15:00

Included

  • All-risk insurance (mandatory)
  • Breakfast, lunch and dinner
  • Parking
  • PNN Sumapaz entrance fee
  • Sumapaz Vive tour guide

Itinerary

  1. 07:00Meeting at agreed point (Usme)
  2. 08:00Intro talk about birdlife at the PNN Sumapaz entrance
  3. 09:00Birdwatching at Laguna de Chisáca
  4. 11:00Transfer to Embalse La Regadera viewpoint
  5. 12:00Birdwatching at Embalse La Regadera
  6. 13:00Lunch at Sumapaz Vive
  7. 15:00Return to meeting point

Recommendations

  • Be in good physical condition due to high altitude
  • Acclimate by spending at least one day in Bogotá before the tour
  • Stay hydrated by bringing sufficient water
  • Wear sunscreen
  • Dress in comfortable layers for changing weather

Some species you might spot

Green-bearded Helmetcrest (Oxypogon guerinii)
Green-bearded HelmetcrestOxypogon guerinii
Black-chested Buzzard-Eagle (Geranoaetus melanoleucus)
Black-chested Buzzard-EagleGeranoaetus melanoleucus
White-capped Dipper (Cinclus leucocephalus)
White-capped DipperCinclus leucocephalus
Plumbeous Sierra Finch (Geospizopsis unicolor)
Plumbeous Sierra FinchGeospizopsis unicolor
Greater Yellowlegs (Tringa melanoleuca)
Greater YellowlegsTringa melanoleuca

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Sightings from our visitors

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